Workshops

Join the Kent State University Museum for an exclusive conversation with Isis Mussenden, an L.A.-based costume designer. A recipient of the Costume Designers Guild Award, Mussenden's work includes feature films like "The Chronicles of Narnia" and "The Wolverine" as well as streaming shows, commercials and animation including "Shrek" and "Puss in Boots."

Free and open to the public.

This program is generously sponsored by Dr. Christopher Sullivan through the The Jean Druesedow Costume and Textile Conservation and Preservation Fund.

Please join the Kent State University Department of History for their third annual Homecoming event in partnership with the May 4 Visitors Center. Kevin Adams, history department associate professor, will guide Brian VanDeMark of the United States Naval Academy, Gregory S. Wilson of the University of Akron and May 4 survivor Thomas M. Grace, ’72, Ph.D. ’03, of Erie Community College in discussing VanDeMark’s new book, “Kent State: An American Tragedy.” A Q&A session will follow the panel, and books by all three authors will be available for purchase at a signing afterward. Following the panel, please join us for refreshments and conversation.

The panel discussion is from 10-11:30 a.m. and is followed by a reception from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Register

 

October  2, 2024  |  9:00 am – 12:00 pm│ Crawford Hall Atrium (2nd Floor, near staircase)

Stop by the table and connect with representatives from the Cleveland Cavaliers and learn about job and internship opportunities.

Learn More & Register on Handshake

Join us on October 10 for the Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship Student Involvement Fair!

 The fair offers students the opportunity to explore and engage with student organizations in the Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship. Students will have a chance to network with peers,  learn how to join a student organization, and explore opportunities to develop leadership and enhance communication skills.

 

Nearly 1,000 families are registered to attend Kent State's Parent and Family Appreciation Weekend Sept. 20-22. We are seeking volunteers to help assist with check-in, escorting families around campus and at the paint and sip and bingo events. Sign up for a shift using the form below.
 

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Mark your calendars for Friday, Oct. 11, at 6 p.m. (National Coming OUT Day), and join us in downtown Kent for the Kent Rainbow Weekend Drag Race 5K. Race registration is currently $30, and prices will increase on Sept. 16. All proceeds will benefit the Kent State LGBTQ+ Emergency Fund. Participants are invited, but not required, to wear their best drag look as they walk, stroll, run or roll their way along the 5K route.

Register Now

Join us after the race for the End of the Rainbow Party at North Water Brewing Company, where $1 from every drink purchased will be donated to the Kent State LGBTQ+ Emergency Fund. All are welcome at this celebration! 

Are you a business student who's ready to take your education global? Join our Education Abroad Webinar on Microsoft Teams! We'll guide you through everything you need to know to find the perfect study abroad program for your career goals. Registration is required in order to get the Teams link. Open to all Crawford College students. 

Register for the webinar

Have lunch on the ACCBE International Programs Office while learning about the truth behind the myths about studying abroad. Is studying abroad affordable? Can business students graduate on time and still study abroad? Is a foreign language required? All of these questions and more will be answered. Open to all Crawford College students!
 
Registration is strongly requested so we can plan food accordingly.
 
Part of International Education Week.
 

The School of Art Collection and Galleries presents: "Aggregate II: The Revenge of the Rock."

Oct. 18 – Dec. 7, 2024

"Aggregate II" seeks to bring together and highlight the wide array of talents throughout the region.

Gallery: KSU Downtown Gallery
Location: 141 East Main Street, Kent, Ohio

Gallery Hours: 
Mon. - Fri.: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sat.: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Closed Sunday
An artist reception will take place on Oct. 18 from 5-7 p.m.

This exhibit is free and open to the public and has been brought to you with support from the Ohio Arts Council.

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The Biennial Alumni Exhibition seeks to bring together and highlight the wide array of talented alumni throughout the eighty-plus year history of the School of Art. 

This years' (inaugural) juror is Wendy Earle, Curator, Akron Art Museum. The show will be on display January 17th through February 21st in the CVA Gallery (325 Terrace Drive, Kent, Ohio). 

Opening Reception: Jan.17, 5-7 p.m.

Read More About the Exhibition

 

This exhibit is presented with support from the Ohio Arts Council.

Ohio Arts Council logo

Join the Kent State University Museum for an exclusive conversation with Isis Mussenden, an L.A.-based costume designer. A recipient of the Costume Designers Guild Award, Mussenden's work includes feature films like "The Chronicles of Narnia" and "The Wolverine" as well as streaming shows, commercials and animation including "Shrek" and "Puss in Boots."

Free and open to the public.

This program is generously sponsored by Dr. Christopher Sullivan through the The Jean Druesedow Costume and Textile Conservation and Preservation Fund.

Please join the Kent State University Department of History for their third annual Homecoming event in partnership with the May 4 Visitors Center. Kevin Adams, history department associate professor, will guide Brian VanDeMark of the United States Naval Academy, Gregory S. Wilson of the University of Akron and May 4 survivor Thomas M. Grace, ’72, Ph.D. ’03, of Erie Community College in discussing VanDeMark’s new book, “Kent State: An American Tragedy.” A Q&A session will follow the panel, and books by all three authors will be available for purchase at a signing afterward. Following the panel, please join us for refreshments and conversation.

The panel discussion is from 10-11:30 a.m. and is followed by a reception from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Register

 

October  2, 2024  |  9:00 am – 12:00 pm│ Crawford Hall Atrium (2nd Floor, near staircase)

Stop by the table and connect with representatives from the Cleveland Cavaliers and learn about job and internship opportunities.

Learn More & Register on Handshake

Join us on October 10 for the Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship Student Involvement Fair!

 The fair offers students the opportunity to explore and engage with student organizations in the Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship. Students will have a chance to network with peers,  learn how to join a student organization, and explore opportunities to develop leadership and enhance communication skills.

 

Nearly 1,000 families are registered to attend Kent State's Parent and Family Appreciation Weekend Sept. 20-22. We are seeking volunteers to help assist with check-in, escorting families around campus and at the paint and sip and bingo events. Sign up for a shift using the form below.
 

Register Now

 

Mark your calendars for Friday, Oct. 11, at 6 p.m. (National Coming OUT Day), and join us in downtown Kent for the Kent Rainbow Weekend Drag Race 5K. Race registration is currently $30, and prices will increase on Sept. 16. All proceeds will benefit the Kent State LGBTQ+ Emergency Fund. Participants are invited, but not required, to wear their best drag look as they walk, stroll, run or roll their way along the 5K route.

Register Now

Join us after the race for the End of the Rainbow Party at North Water Brewing Company, where $1 from every drink purchased will be donated to the Kent State LGBTQ+ Emergency Fund. All are welcome at this celebration! 

Are you a business student who's ready to take your education global? Join our Education Abroad Webinar on Microsoft Teams! We'll guide you through everything you need to know to find the perfect study abroad program for your career goals. Registration is required in order to get the Teams link. Open to all Crawford College students. 

Register for the webinar

Have lunch on the ACCBE International Programs Office while learning about the truth behind the myths about studying abroad. Is studying abroad affordable? Can business students graduate on time and still study abroad? Is a foreign language required? All of these questions and more will be answered. Open to all Crawford College students!
 
Registration is strongly requested so we can plan food accordingly.
 
Part of International Education Week.
 

The School of Art Collection and Galleries presents: "Aggregate II: The Revenge of the Rock."

Oct. 18 – Dec. 7, 2024

"Aggregate II" seeks to bring together and highlight the wide array of talents throughout the region.

Gallery: KSU Downtown Gallery
Location: 141 East Main Street, Kent, Ohio

Gallery Hours: 
Mon. - Fri.: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sat.: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Closed Sunday
An artist reception will take place on Oct. 18 from 5-7 p.m.

This exhibit is free and open to the public and has been brought to you with support from the Ohio Arts Council.

A black text on a white background

Description automatically generated

The Biennial Alumni Exhibition seeks to bring together and highlight the wide array of talented alumni throughout the eighty-plus year history of the School of Art. 

This years' (inaugural) juror is Wendy Earle, Curator, Akron Art Museum. The show will be on display January 17th through February 21st in the CVA Gallery (325 Terrace Drive, Kent, Ohio). 

Opening Reception: Jan.17, 5-7 p.m.

Read More About the Exhibition

 

This exhibit is presented with support from the Ohio Arts Council.

Ohio Arts Council logo
Fashion Timeline
Jun. 29, 2012

Palmer and Mull Galleries | Sara Hume, Curator
The “Fashion Timeline” showcases the Kent State University Museum’s world-class collection of historic fashions. Encompassing over two centuries of fashion history, this exhibition is designed to show the evolution of styles and silhouettes while contextualizing the pieces with relevant political, technological and cultural developments.

Jun. 28, 2024

"The Hepburn Style: Katharine and her Designers" is now on display at the Kent State University Museum. Throughout the exhibition, you will see the elements of comfort, movement and proportion represented in Katharine Hepburn’s fashion choices and in the costumes she wore.

Jan. 24, 2025

The Kent State University Museum is pleased to announce its winter exhibition, “Hildur Ásgeirsdóttir Jónsson: Micro/Macro,” a solo exhibition by Ohio-based artist, Hildur Ásgeirsdóttir Jónsson. Consistent with the museum’s mission to showcase exceptional textile art and to inspire the next generation of artists, the exhibition includes over 30 large-scale works by Kent State alumna Jónsson.

The exhibition is curated by Sara Hume, Ph.D. and will be open to the public from Friday, January 24 through August 3, 2025. A public opening reception and artist talk will be held on Thursday, January 23 at 5 p.m. at the museum.

This exhibition is sponsored by Ken Robinson. The Kent State University Museum receives operating support through a sustainability grant from the Ohio Arts Council.

Colorful textile tapestry depicting the Madonna
Mar. 21, 2025

The Kent State University Museum is pleased to announce its spring exhibition, “John Paul Morabito: Madonna dei Femminellə”, a solo exhibition by the head of the textiles program at Kent State University’s School of Art.

Apr. 21, 2025

Visit the CAED to see Laure Nolte's exhibit "Field of Dreams" on display from April 21 - August 21 in the Armstrong Gallery.

Alan Canfora
May. 02, 2025

Alan Canfora was one of nine students wounded on May 4, 1970, when the Ohio National Guard opened fire on Kent State students during an anti-war protest on campus. Explore Canfora’s incredible collection of materials documenting his lifelong commitment to activism, advocacy and remembrance of those wounded and killed on May 4, 1970, including the large part he played in the May 4 Task Force (M4TF).
Curated by Savannah Gould, Special Collections Project Archivist, April 2025

Joe Lanzilotta, The BM Room, Oil on Canvas, 20” x24”, 2023.
Jun. 13, 2025

Riffing on the Human Condition features artwork from the two Cleveland-based artists/designers and will be on display from June 13 – July 26, 2025, in the KSU Downtown Gallery, located at 141 East Main Street in Kent, Ohio. There will be a reception on June 13 from 5-7 p.m., which is free and open to the public.

Northeast Ohio artists Justin Will and Joe Lanzilotta’s graphic painting styles both employ bold colors and flattened shapes as their visual languages for coping with the contemporary human condition. Will’s work uses joy and humor as means of easing the burdens of existence, while Lanzilotta confronts it head-on, highlighting some of the absurd and strange truths about being a human alive in the world today.

This exhibit is free and open to the public and has been brought to you with support from the Ohio Arts Council.

Jun. 16, 2025

First Step is your next step to becoming a Golden Flash! First Step is Kent State Stark's first-year advising and registration program. Newly admitted students should check their email for instructions on how to register for First Step. Registration is required. See website for details.

Jun. 17, 2025

Brain-Based Learning Workshop Series: We know you’re already juggling so much—but what if a few small shifts could make how you facilitate learning more effective, engaging, and even energizing? This workshop series is designed to help you save time, make the most of your resources, and bring fresh strategies into your work. From the neuroscience of learning to quick, evidence-based practices, we’ll explore ways to help learners engage during your sessions and retain information. Whether you're cross-training into a new role or refining your approach, this series will give you tools to work smarter, not harder. Join the Center for Teaching and Learning and People, Culture and Belonging to spark new ideas and enhance the way you support learners! Attend one session or all six!

Jun. 17, 2025

Join us for an interactive session to learn more about the rewarding and in-demand field of occupational therapy and KSU's convenient options for our Associate of Applied Science degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant. This event is virtual via Microsoft Teams. Please use the link below to register.

Jun. 17, 2025

Join us for an interactive session to learn more about the rewarding and in-demand field of occupational therapy and Kent State's convenient options for our Associate of Applied Science degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant. This event is virtual via Microsoft Teams.

Interested in an MBA? Get your questions answered and learn how to apply!
Jun. 17, 2025

Thinking about taking your career to the next level? Whether you're a working professional or a recent graduate, Kent State University’s Online M.B.A. gives you the flexibility to earn your degree from anywhere, without putting your career on hold. Join us for a live webinar on June 17 and discover how our 100% online format and expert faculty make it easier than ever to start your M.B.A. journey.

REGISTER FOR THE WEBINAR

 

Jun. 17, 2025

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 | 5:30 - 6:30 | Virtual via Microsoft Teams

Thinking about taking your career to the next level? Whether you're a working professional or a recent graduate, Kent State University’s Online M.B.A. gives you the flexibility to earn your degree from anywhere, without putting your career on hold. Join us for a live webinar on June 17 and discover how our 100% online format and expert faculty make it easier than ever to start your M.B.A. journey.

This event is free and open to anyone interested in obtaining an MBA, but registration is required.

Fiddler on the Roof Logo
Jun. 17, 2025

Set in the little village of Anatevka, the story centers on Tevye, a poor milkman, and his five daughters. With the help of a colorful and tight-knit Jewish community, Tevye tries to protect his daughters and instill them with traditional values in the face of changing social mores and the growing anti-Semitism of Czarist Russia. Rich in historical and ethnic detail, “Fiddler on the Roof’s” universal theme of tradition cuts across barriers of race, class, nationality and religion, leaving audiences crying tears of laughter, joy and sadness.

“Fiddler on The Roof” is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

Juneteenth Event POW
Jun. 18, 2025

Kent State University will commemorate Juneteenth with a community celebration that combines the rich history of Black Americans with an assortment of festivities. Enjoy live performances, music, great food, vendors and more on the Student Green.

Jun. 18, 2025

To reserve your seat or for more information, please contact Theresa Hootman at 1-440-964-4252 or thootma1@kent.edu. This is an in-person event.

Fiddler on the Roof Logo
Jun. 18, 2025

Set in the little village of Anatevka, the story centers on Tevye, a poor milkman, and his five daughters. With the help of a colorful and tight-knit Jewish community, Tevye tries to protect his daughters and instill them with traditional values in the face of changing social mores and the growing anti-Semitism of Czarist Russia. Rich in historical and ethnic detail, “Fiddler on the Roof’s” universal theme of tradition cuts across barriers of race, class, nationality and religion, leaving audiences crying tears of laughter, joy and sadness.

“Fiddler on The Roof” is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

Jun. 19, 2025

In observance of Juneteenth, Kent State offices will be closed. For complete closure information, as well as other observed holidays, visit www.kent.edu/people-and-culture/holiday-calendar.

Jun. 19, 2025

Kent State University observes Juneteenth on Thursday, June 19, 2025. All campus offices and buildings at Kent State Stark are closed.

Jun. 19, 2025

Kent State University observes Juneteenth on Thursday, June 19, 2025. All campus offices and buildings at Kent State Salem and Kent State East Liverpool are closed.